When Celebrations are Tenfold – Dussehra

September 27th, 2011 by No comments »

So Navrathri is round the corner and you would certainly be getting ready to get involved with all the fun, enjoyment, and celebrations that are related to it. Come the month of September and India is agog with activity and entertaining activities. Indians indulge themselves in lot of festivities and the festive mood is what energizes them to carry on with the day to day activities at other times. Festivals are the way they take a break from their monotonous life and get to meet friends, relatives and enjoy with their near and dear ones. Dussehra is one such festival which the Indians celebrate with a lot of enthusiasm and happiness.

Dussehra celebration

Occurring normally in the Hindu month of Ashvin, that would be around September or October of the Gregorian calendar, this festival signifies the triumph of good over evil. It symbolizes the victory that Lord Rama had over the demon king of Lanka Ravana. It also shows how Goddess Durga triumphed over the buffalo demon Mahishasura. Thus Dussehra on the whole is a celebration of good over evil and has a lot of enthusiasm coupled with energy involved. Celebrations are the name of the festival and the entire country is a great festive mood during this time. Dussehra also brings the end of the hot summer month and welcomes the winter months with great gusto. The seemingly hot months seem to end and the Indians now look forward to getting cozy in the coming winter. » Read more: When Celebrations are Tenfold – Dussehra

A Day Trip to Niagara Falls from Toronto

September 22nd, 2011 by No comments »

I suspect that even Chuck Norris would quiver a little at the sight of Niagara Falls. I’m sure many turn up thinking they’re about to see one of the highest waterfalls in the world, but that’s a mistake. The Falls at Niagara aren’t particularly lofty, but they sure are powerful. It’s the force and volume of water passing over the brutalised escarpment that are spellbinding, not where the water is dropping from.

The falls at Niagara have the power of four Great Lakes behind them. The water is bottle-necked in the Niagara River after passing through the system in Lakes Superior, Huron, Erie and Michigan. It will eventually make its way to the Atlantic Ocean via Lake Ontario and the St Lawrence River.

And this bottleneck, coupled with the need to drop elevation over the escarpment, has created what is justifiably one of the world’s greatest natural tourist attractions. Standing by the side of the falls, you can feel the ferocity as well as hear it. You’re constantly spat at from the angry, watery snake pit beneath the Horseshoe (or Canadian) Falls, where the river smashes and explodes after being thrown over the edge. » Read more: A Day Trip to Niagara Falls from Toronto

When stars twinkle during the day – Diwali

September 18th, 2011 by No comments »

Whenever you feel you have to see stars during day, then just wait for the one Indian festival Diwali. This festival is so important for all the religions in India that come October and November the whole of the country gets ready to celebrate one of the grandest festivals ever in this part of the world. For the Hindus, the festival signifies a lot of activities that are done together traditionally. For the Jains, the festival of Diwali is the time of getting salvation. It is believed that the Jain guru Mahavira attained enlightenment at this time. The Sikhs celebrate Diwali as the freedom day of Guru Hargobind who saved around 52 kings from the captivity of the Mughal Emperor.

Across the world, the festival is celebrated in the countries of Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Guyana, Mauritius, Trinidad and Tobago and Malaysia besides, Suriname and Singapore. Diwali is actually “Deepavali” which in Sanskrit means the row of lamps.

Diwali Festival 2011

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Numero Uno – Travel Tips

September 15th, 2011 by No comments »

It is not always that you are a part of a group while on a tour. There are so many instances when you are all on your own.  You could have gone to that small office conference and then decided to take a tour of the place you have landed in. Single women traveling is quite common today and it is a good idea to know when you are alone or numero uno then there are certain points that you should remember.

For exampTravel tips for women travelling alonele always have a copy of your important documents in your hand bag. While you are on a tour or visiting a place alone, then remember that is not advisable to keep all the money in the same bag. Spread it around, put a little in your carry bay a little in your suitcase a little in your purse etc.

Old lipstick carriers are always good storehouses of anything that you need to keep that would require a lot of cushion. So use these carriers to keep your earrings. There is normally a small mirror in it so all you have to do is put it in your bag and use the mirror to change the earrings and voila you would be ready. So you wouldn’t have to worry about losing your earrings.

If you are out on a casual outing then keep our outfit comfortable and casual. A formal wear in such outings looks out of place. Avoid too bold colors and don’t make yourself noticed in brash dressing.

Live in Rome as Romans do. Follow the numero uno trend of the place. There is no point in wearing a short top with hot pants in a country like Iran. So follow the habits of the place and don’t get yourself noticed.

Instead of a heavy handbag, keep cute small bag or a bag that can go around your waist. It is a numero uno tip.

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TYPES OF RENTAL VEHICLES

September 12th, 2011 by No comments »

Different car rental companies have various types of vehicles for cheap car rental services to their customers with car rental belgium being no different as they believe in providing their customers with quality vehicles for rental purposes generally categorized as ; economy class, luxury, compact, the midsize, full-size etc all having been availed to meet various individual customer needs.

The economy class; which has an average mileage of about 35 mpg, though small luggage room, fixed carrying capacity of two adults and with only two doors is one unique type preferred mostly by the working class. Example models including the Hyundai accent.

The compact; with an average gas millage of 35 mpg, also with a small luggage room though with a fixed carrying capacity of two adults two children is always also a perfect choice for car rental, example model being the Chevrolet cavalier.

Owing to different car rental needs by individual customers car rental Singapore with autoverhuur hasselt has yet more types of vehicles for rental that include the midsize; as it is commonly known in the market is capable of housing four grown adults with considerable luggage room and an average gas mileage. Also available but of similar features is the standard size vehicles which include models like the Nissan altima capable of housing five adults but only with a gas mileage of 25mpg

The full-size though not commonly preferred but also good for use has four doors, able to house five adults and with enough space offering much needed comfort in the car rental, Space for luggage and gas millage also having been well considered.

Ultimate Pleasure and Comfort in Conrad Hotel, Tokyo

September 1st, 2011 by No comments »

Conrad Hotel in Tokyo is the best place to grab the essence of Tokyo as it is placed within the Shiodome area of the city and the bay skyline of Tokyo is just next to it. The hotel is just five minutes away from the Ginza Shopping Center where you can pick the most treasured souvenirs form you friend and folks. Within a distance of 0.7 km, Tsukiji Fish Market and Hamarikyu Garden is situated. The hotel is renowned for its amenities and guests can find it as their best adobe in Tokyo while they move around the city.

Rooms

The Conrad Hotel Tokyo has a massive area and the building has 37 stories which offer a panoramic view of the Shiodome area of Tokyo. You can also see the Tokyo Bay and Hamarikyu Garden and Tokyo bay and the guests will receive the treasured personalized service of Conrad, for which it is famous.

It has four different types of rooms two of the types offer the bay view from balcony; King Room City, Twin Room City, King Room Bay View and Twin Room Bay View. All the rooms are well furnished and have the modern appliances such as refrigerator, tea maker, separate sitting area and many more to mention.

There is huge amenity matrix of Conrad Hotel in their guests rooms such as High-speed Internet access , DVD player, Air conditioning, Hypo-allergenic bedding available, Wake-up calls, Minibar, Separate sitting area, Private bathroom, Rainfall showerhead, hair dryer, In-room childcare (available on demand), Iron/ironing board, Flat-panel television and pillow menu to choose the pillow as per your comfort.

Amenities

The 37 storey hotel offers a great and imposing look of the surrounding and is filled with amenities for the guests in every nook and corner of the Conrad Hotel Tokyo. At the 29th floor people can work out at the Mizuki Spa, which offer 10 different rooms for treatments. The health club of the hotel has a 25 meter long indoor pool ad have provisions for sauna bath, steam bath and Jacuzzi. The aerobics studio in the health club has special and general aerobics classes for the guests and expert trainer will offer their esteemed guidelines to the guests.

Other amenities that are provide by the Conrad Hotel Tokyo are Full-service health spa, Concierge desk, Bar lounge, Parking garage, Limo or Town Car service available, Banquet facilities, Multiple small meeting rooms, Event catering, Audio-visual equipment in the meeting room, Exhibit space, Business center and ballrooms.

Recreation

The Conrad Hotel has a sprawling are where guests can while away time playing golf in its golf area, can play tennis in grass tennis court and joggers can start their morning with walk on the running track.

Usai’s New Travel Jacket

August 29th, 2011 by No comments »

Usai jacket

Usai jacket

For more than 40 years, the Usai family has been making gear for the Italian armed forces. Now they’re bringing their sartorial tradition and top-notch workmanship to civilians. Our favorite piece for spring? This durable, refined nylon jacket ($865). With its sharp, cadet-style cut and and exposed seaming, it’s sure to stand the test of time for fashion lovers and travel warriors alike. usaicollection.com.

15 Travel Tips that Make Your Holiday Worthier

August 24th, 2011 by No comments »

August to September  is a big period for travel. People from around the world use the end of summer to take last minute vacations with their families before the school season begins and the cold weather returns. Europe practically shuts down as people take most of the month off to travel. So there is no better way to start off the month of August than with some great travel tips to make your vacation go a bit easier:

Flying
1. When booking flights, sometimes it is cheaper to fly into airports other than your final destination, and then take a train or bus. This is especially true during peak travel season or festivals. For my recent flight to Valencia, the cheapest flight was $700 (2 stops) as everyone is traveling there for La Tomatina. Even Ryanair was $200 to fly just from London. However, it was only $550 to fly into Madrid and then another $50 to take the train. Furthermore, I saved myself over 6 hours in layover time.

2. Always get behind business travelers when in security lines. Families have more stuff and move much slower. Frequent fliers know exactly how to move through that line quick and have everything ready even before they grab the x-ray machine tray.

3. Always find out what type of plane you are flying on. It will determine how nice the seats and amenities are, since not all planes are created equal. For example, American Airlines MD-80s have wi-fi installed, but as of right now, smaller Boeing planes do not. Newer versions of planes also tend to have more leg room and nicer seats.

Accommodation
4. If you like hotels, last minute deals on Priceline can get you rooms over 60% off the normal price.

5. When you check in to the hotel, ask for an upgrade. Tourism is very bad right now and you are much more likely to get free upgrades and goodies just by asking. They want to keep customers happy and have them go home recommending them to others. Use that to your advantage.

6. If you are traveling with 3-4 people, get a suite. Couches usually fold out into beds making that Priceline negotiated room even cheaper. Four of us split a King suite in Chicago for $50 each per night.

7. If you are in a city for a week or more, renting a furnished apartment can cheaper than a hotel. You can also use sites like Couchsurfing and Hospitality Club to stay with locals for free.

8. Most hostels offer private rooms that are cheaper than hotels. You will have your own bathroom, new sheets each day, free Wi-Fi, and sometimes even a T.V. In New York, my private hostel room was $90 per night. The closest one star hotel in the area (Central Park) cost $120 and did not include wi-fi (but probably some bed bugs.)

Tourism
9. Always visit the local tourist office. They usually have discount cards for major attractions and can let you know what deals are happening at that time.

10. While at the tourist office, take some of those advertisement brochures that offer discounts. Most of them (especially the maps) contain ads for discounted tours and meals.

11. Libraries, Starbucks, and most cafes have free wi-fi or internet.

12. Lunch time is the best time to visit historical sites. Tour groups always head to places in the early morning or late afternoon, but around 1 pm, they break for lunch, leaving much shorter lines for major attractions. Conversely, if you are an early riser, you can be the first one in line and also beat the wait time.

Eating
13. Never eat in a tourist area- the food will be half as good and twice the price. This is a simple enough tip, but one often forgotten by people.

14. Locals don’t eat out every night and neither should you. Visit the local supermarket to see what the local palate is like, and make your self some sandwiches or if you have a kitchen, a nice dinner.

15. Eat at expensive restaurants during lunch. Most restaurant offer lunch specials much cheaper than those on the normal dinner menu. Don’t know where to go? Don’t look in the guidebook. Ask a local.

When you plan your next holiday, remember some of these tips. Traveling doesn’t have to be a time consuming and expensive process. It should be easy, cheap, and, most importantly, fun.

Milan Walking Tour – From the Duomo to da Vinci’s “The Last Supper”

August 20th, 2011 by No comments »

Milan, Italy’s capital, can be a hard city to crack for tourists. Some might argue there’s a more rushed feel here, a sense of hurry and a lack of the relaxed charm that radiates from other Italian gems. So to get a little help understanding what makes this city tick, I booked a three-hour tour with a private viewing of The Last Supper.

Milan Walking TourMilan Walking Tour

I met my guide Alice and group in the centre of the Piazza Duomo. We start with an introduction to one of Italy’s best-known and most beautiful buildings, the Duomo. For a cathedral that has had 30 kilos of pigeon poo dumped on it each day and was under construction for six centuries, Milan’s Duomo, the third largest church in the world is looking in pretty good shape the morning I see it.

The stunning facade that features over 2,300 hundred statues was put in place by Napoleon during the French occupation. Today we’re lucky enough to see it gleaming white and sans scaffolding, the result of a seven-year restoration and clean up that kept the building covered most of the time.

Alice explains that what we see today is like a dress- the real structure is underneath. Inside, we’re able to view the thick black that coats the soft sandstone inside. Having Alice guide us through allows us to admire the little things we may have otherwise missed on the tour. » Read more: Milan Walking Tour – From the Duomo to da Vinci’s “The Last Supper”

Comparing the Cheap Flights Price

August 16th, 2011 by No comments »

Anyone can make some choices after they have comparing one term from the other similar term. Some cases also bring cheap tickets as the top topic for the costumer when they want to choose the flights ticket. They must be thinking about safety procedure that the related flights company can give for the costumer, how about the main facility, is the plane is ready to flight or not, and many more. Cheap price also effecting many questions that the flight company must answer, good answer is always bring the costumer in a safety line. It is no doubt to choose the cheap ticket at all, because the costumer can safe more money and flight with safety.

Vacation package has many offers for you. The destination place also gives you a new experience. Not only visit the country that you ever know before, but also make you feeling great when you see the nice view. Being different from the original country that only have a highest building, traffic jam, pollution, it is so make you feel stress and want to go out immediately. Just think about the vacation place that you want to visit, last minute vacations can bring you into there immediately after you order the vacation package.

No time to loss it, you are able to meet the perfect term visiting another country and feel comfort. Many airlines service can help you to achieve this goal, with better support, how far the destination that you want to go, it does not matter at all. The airline service also include with the high procedure about keeping the costumer always in a comfort situation while the flight still on progress. Before reach the land, all passengers in the plane become an airline responsibility. Good service also gives the passenger satisfaction, not only once time but also when you need to take another flight and choose the same airline service.